Welcome news for golf clubs and facilities came from the R&A today when the governing body announced a £7 million Covid-19 Support Fund. Clubs and golf facilities who are facing challenging financial situations can apply for help through the national associations.

R&A Chief Executive Martin Slumbers said that “the pandemic is having an unprecedented impact on golf.Many clubs are facing dire situations through no fault of their own…we have a responsibility to do what we can to help national associations and other key bodies to provide support. Club golf is the bedrock of our sport and the fund will help begin the process of recovery.